Rodent Repellant

Homemade Herbal Rodent Repellent

Safe herbal homemade version of a rodent repellent using essential oils and natural ingredients that rodents dislike.

✅Spray Ingredients:

• 1 cup water
• 1/2 cup white vinegar (optional, enhances scent longevity)
• 10–15 drops peppermint essential oil
• 10–15 drops eucalyptus or citronella essential oil
• 5–10 drops clove or cinnamon essential oil
• A few drops of dish soap (helps mix the oils with water)

 ✅ Optional additions:

• A dash of cayenne pepper or black pepper extract
• Crushed fresh mint or bay leaves (can be steeped in water for a few hours before mixing)

Instructions:

1. Combine all ingredients in a spray bottle.
2. Shake well before each use (essential oils separate from water).
3. Spray in corners, under sinks, behind appliances, in garages, sheds, RVs, or anywhere you’ve seen rodent activity.
4. Reapply every 5–7 days or after heavy cleaning/rain.

✅ Safety Notes

• Do not spray near pets, especially rodents (like hamsters), birds, or cats, as essential oils can be toxic if inhaled or ingested in large amounts.
• Avoid open flames if using alcohol-based ingredients.
• Store out of reach of children and animals.

Let me know if you’d prefer a dry sachet version instead of a spray!

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✅ Rodent Repellent: Dry Sachets

Ingredients (choose from the list or mix several):

• Dried peppermint leaves
• Dried lavender buds
• Dried bay leaves (crushed)
• Dried rosemary
• Whole cloves
• Cinnamon sticks (broken into pieces)
• Black peppercorns or crushed red pepper flakes

 

✅ Optional:

• A few drops of peppermint, clove, or eucalyptus essential oil to enhance potency

 

✅ Supplies:

• Small muslin bags, cheesecloth squares, or coffee filters tied with string
• Airtight container for storing extras

✅ Instructions:

1. Mix your chosen dry herbs and spices in a bowl.
2. Add 2–3 drops of essential oil to the mixture (if using). Stir well.
3. Spoon the mix into your sachets or wrap in cheesecloth and tie securely.
4. Place sachets in rodent-prone areas: under sinks, drawers, pantries, garages, attics, RVs, or sheds.
5. Refresh every 3–4 weeks with a few drops of essential oil or replace the sachets entirely when scent fades.

✅ Tips:

• Rodents hate strong, minty or spicy scents, especially peppermint, clove, and cinnamon.
• Avoid placing sachets where pets might chew on them.
• For extra protection, combine with good sanitation and sealing up entry points.

 

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Edited and reformatted from ChatGPT source May 26, 2025